Ottawa, ON – Ottawa-founded scale-up Solink is gaining global recognition for advancing how retailers use AI to improve operations, security, and performance.
A leader in AI-driven video intelligence, the company has been named “Overall Store Management Platform of the Year” in the 2026 RetailTech Breakthrough Awards, conducted by an independent market intelligence organization that evaluates and recognizes standout retail technology companies, products and services around the globe.
The recognition highlights Solink’s continued evolution from traditional video surveillance into a unified platform that connects video, data, and operations to help businesses make faster, more informed decisions.
In the company’s official announcement, Solink highlights how retailers are increasingly turning to AI-driven platforms to move beyond traditional security toward real-time operational insights that help its customers improve performance, reduce loss, and gain greater visibility across store operations.
Mike Matta, Co-founder and CEO of Solink, reinforced the platform’s value to the retail sector in the announcement, saying, “Our customers report a 51% decrease in theft-related incidents and an 80% reduction in time spent investigating incidents… Our solutions let them see more, know more, and do more across every store.”
Founded and headquartered in Ottawa, Solink has grown into a global technology company serving tens of thousands of locations across more than 30 countries. Its platform integrates video with point-of-sale and operational data, enabling organizations to detect risks, streamline operations, and respond in real time.
Solink is part of a growing cohort of companies building and commercializing advanced technologies with real-world impact, reinforcing Ottawa’s position as a hub for applied AI and enterprise software innovation.
- To read the full announcement, visit Solink’s website.
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